Frozen Nile Perch Fillets

Large frozen fillets from Lates niloticus (Nile perch), sourced from African lakes. Classified HTS 0304.69.00.00 as specified 'other' frozen fish fillets. Mild flavor substitute for cod in fillets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.81Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh or chilled rather than frozen

Parallel subheadings exist for fresh/chilled fillets of same species in 0304.

0305Lower: 10% vs 35%

If smoked or lightly salted

Smoked fillets are simply preserved under 0305, not plain frozen.

1604.19.22.00Higher: 39% vs 35%

If portioned, coated, or sauced

Value-added processed perch fillets become prepared fish in Chapter 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lake-of-origin certification to verify wild-caught status and avoid aquaculture misclassification

Comply with EU/US catch documentation schemes for overfished species

Declare accurate net weight excluding glaze/ice to prevent duty underpayment claims